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Building Your College List

One of the first steps in the college search is building your college list. After watching this video, you’ll learn what factors to consider when researching colleges and some of the questions that can guide your research.

Office of Admissions Longhorn Life
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The Waller Creek Monster

Discover the Creek Monster Habitat. This 16-foot-wide by 10-foot-tall nest structure serves as a metaphor for habitat, sheltering the creek's benevolent spirit guardian, "The Creek Monster." This project highlights UT researchers and their work with the local environment and creates a space for the community to connect with Waller Creek on campus while focusing on multiple aspects of sustainability.

College of Natural Sciences Longhorn Life
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Yoga Session: Animal Flow

Join us for an instructor-led energizing and fun animal-themed flow for kids! Explore different yoga poses that resemble animal shapes, geometric shapes, and other elements in nature! Come ready to have fun, breathe deep, and flow.

Recreational Sports Longhorn Life
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A Day in My Life

Tag along with five current students in the College of Education to experience a day in their lives from their unique perspectives. Check out the For You Page on TikTok as they show you what a day in their life is like at UT Austin.

College of Education Longhorn Life
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Prospective Student Information Session Video

Are you a high school student considering a future at The University of Texas at Austin? During this virtual information session video, an admissions counselor will share details about UT Austin, why we’re consistently ranked among the top universities, and provide important tips about the application process.

Office of Admissions Longhorn Life
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Going For Olympic Gold

Join eight former Longhorns who all share the distinction of being Olympic competitors for a roundtable discussion.  These Longhorn Olympians will talk with each other about their Olympic journeys, life lessons, training, and their passion for Texas.  Featured Olympians will include Rachel Adams, Morolake Akinosun, Michelle Carter, Courtney Okolo, Cat Osterman, Jill Sterkel, Jhonattan Vegas and Laura Wilkinson. 

Intercollegiate Athletics Longhorn Life
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Yoga Session: Move, Groove and Balance

Explore yoga with RecSports! This short and fun 10-minute flow will challenge your balance and get you moving and grooving. Designed for children ages 15-18.

Recreational Sports Longhorn Life
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What to Expect in College Applications

As you begin to apply to colleges it will be important that you familiarize yourself with what goes into an application. After watching this video, you will have a better sense of the college application framework along with a few pointers on key components.

Office of Admissions Longhorn Life
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Cook Wise with UHD

Learn to cook a few quick recipes using limited kitchen equipment and simple ingredients. These Longhorn-tested recipes from University Housing and Dining’s nutrition and wellness team are delicious and easy to make.

University Housing and Dining Longhorn Life
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Yoga Session: A Journey Through the Jungle

Come and explore the jungle and the different kinds of animals you might run into in your journey. This fun yoga flow for kids provides entertainment and fun while introducing common yoga poses to the body.

Recreational Sports Longhorn Life
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Self Paced Virtual Campus Tour

Want to explore campus, but can't make it to one of our tours? Try our self-paced virtual 360 tour of campus any time!

Office of Admissions Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Exploring Majors at UT Austin

Hear from current UT Austin students about their experiences choosing a major. Our panelists will talk about the transition from high school to college, share their best tips and tricks for navigating the process when it’s your turn, answer your pre-submitted questions, and more!

School of Undergraduate Studies Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

RGV Familia Discussion on TIPS

The transition for students from high school into college can be difficult as they are often required to adapt to new environments and learning styles that may be different from what they have experienced previously. This panel discussion will provide tips to help high school students take the next step of the educational journey in preparation for college success.

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 10:30 to 11 a.m.

First-Generation Student Information Session

Current high school students, who will soon be first-generation college students, are invited to join us for this interactive information session that will include helpful advice from experienced staff, direction to resources and other details on how to become a successful first-generation student on a college campus.   

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

UT Youth Engagement Center Project Finish Line

¿Estás tratando de encontrar tu lista de cosas por hacer para la universidad? Permita que la línea de meta del proyecto lo ayude a comprender los pasos que necesitará para ser admitido e inscribirse en una universidad. Esta sesión será en español y está dirigida a estudiantes de secundaria de primera generación que tal vez no sepan cómo alcanzar sus metas de educación superior.

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Life as a College Student

Going from high school to college is a new and exciting time. Join us for an interactive panel with student leaders from the Multicultural Engagement Center to learn more about what life is like for a college student.

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

McCombs Leadership Program: A Look at Mental Health

At the McCombs Leadership Program, we emphasize the importance of building a well-rounded individual who can work with others to build a better community. Whether you are a student moving from middle to high school, or from high school to college, it is important to take care of your mental well-being. In this event, we will discuss mental health tips and how to identify and deal with mental fatigue, especially in periods of transition. Hear from current UT students and learn how the McCombs Leadership Program supports its members to build community.

McCombs School of Business Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 11:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Tips and Tricks for Finding Money for College

College can seem out-of-reach, financially, but it’s important to remember that there are lots and lots (and lots) of resources available to help students pay for their education. This session offers simple advice for effectively and efficiently finding scholarships. Plenty of time will be left for Q&A, so come with questions.

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 2 to 2:30 p.m.

A Day in the Life of a College of Natural Sciences Student

Watch a short presentation on what a typical day looks like for a student in the College of Natural Sciences, then chat with current students in a live Q&A. Depending on the volume of audience questions, this program may run longer than 30 minutes.

College of Natural Sciences Longhorn Life
March 5, 2021, 2 to 2:30 p.m.

Lounging with Longhorns

Join us during Lounging with Longhorns to interact with current UT students. During this session, UT students will answer pre-submitted questions from elementary school students and teachers to provide insight on what it is like to be a Longhorn on the Forty Acres.
University Housing and Dining Longhorn Life
March 6, 2021, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Project MALES: Keeping It Real

Project MALES is a mentoring group composed of undergraduate mentors from UT Austin. In this session, our mentors are seeking to share their stories and insights that have made them successful at UT. Through an interactive session, our mentors will share their stories and answer any questions about college life that our participants may have.

College of Education Longhorn Life
March 6, 2021, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

UT Youth Engagement Center Project Finish Line

Are you trying to find your to do list for college? Allow project finish line to help you understand the steps you will need to be admitted and enroll in a college. This session is geared towards first-generation high school students who may not know what steps are needed to reach their high educaiton goals.
Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 6, 2021, 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Resources Available on Today's College Campuses

High school students are often told that "no one will be there to help you once you get to college," a myth that leads many students to not seek out the numerous resources and opportunities that are available on their campuses to help them achieve their academic, personal, and professional goals. Join us as we introduce you to the multitude of campus resource pathways available on today's college campuses, and best suggestions for how to navigate them.
Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 6, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

RGV Familia Presentación para Familias

Hay muchos factores que acompañan a tomar una decisión tan importante como elegir dónde pasará los próximos cuatro años de su vida. Como padre, probablemente quiera saber cómo participará su hijo/a en las actividades escolares, especialmente cuando UT es tan grande, o tal vez quiera saber cómo es la vida en el campus. Este panel lo ayudará a comprenderlo a usted y a sus hijos en la transición a UT, al hacer preguntas a un panel de estudiantes actuales de UT. Si tiene alguna pregunta, ¡venga listo para hacerla!
Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 6, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Exploring Majors at UT Austin

Hear from current UT Austin students about their experiences choosing a major. Our panelists will talk about the transition from high school to college, share their best tips and tricks for navigating the process when it’s your turn, answer your pre-submitted questions, and more!

School of Undergraduate Studies Longhorn Life
March 6, 2021, 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Motivation and Self-regulation: Success Tips for New Students

Campus life can be stressful! Throughout the college journey, the ability to summon motivation can make the difference between success and struggle. In this session, get a taste of some approaches for managing motivation from an expert in educational psychology and student well-being. Parents and family members also encouraged to attend.

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 6, 2021, 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Choose Your Own Adventure Residence Hall Tour

Explore University Housing and Dining locations on a tour where you’re the navigator. You tell us where to go and our staff will lead you on a guided tour of your choice through our residence halls, dining locations and other spaces.
University Housing and Dining Longhorn Life
March 6, 2021, 11:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Go Global

Do you want to travel the world? Our award-winning global programs give students a project-based academic internship with real world experience in three dynamic and rapidly changing cities - Beijing, Cape Town and San Jose, Costa Rica.  Hear from some of our students who have traveled to China, South Africa, and beyond. Don't let the world pass you by, instead "Go Global."

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Longhorn Life
March 6, 2021, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Explore UT KIPP Alumni Student Panel

Knowledge is powerful and for years, the Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) has supported students of all ages in their preparing to attend college.  Join us for a conversation with current UT students who are also KIPP alumni.  They will share their experience in transitioning from high school to college and give advice to current KIPP high school students.

Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost Longhorn Life